Bus Refurbishment Lead | On‑Floor Workshop Manager

Tranzit Group; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

tool allowance

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Tranzit Group in Canterbury, NZ is seeking an experienced workshop leader to oversee our bus refurbishment project and ensure the fleet is repaired and returned to service efficiently. You will lead on the floor, conduct quality checks, drive timelines, and coordinate work with panel beaters, painters and external suppliers.

A Class 2 Heavy Vehicle licence is preferred and strong leadership is essential. This is a full-time role (minimum 45 hours per week) based in our airport/Canterbury

Qualifications

• Experience in a workshop supervision or leadership role.
• Experience in fleet refurbishment programmes.
• Project management within a workshop or similar environment.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to lead and influence teams with a hands-on approach.
• Quality-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Class 2 Heavy Vehicle Drivers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead refurbishment programme from planning through to completion.
• Monitor timelines, milestones, and vehicle throughput.
• Collaborate with panel beaters/auto painters to ensure quality.
• Be actively involved on the workshop floor daily.
• Manage refurbishment work by internal and external suppliers.
• Coordinate external paint and panel work as required.
• Provide weekly project reports and progress updates, highlighting risks and blockers.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Planning

Communication

Quality focus

Job description

Tranzit Group in Canterbury, NZ is seeking an experienced workshop leader to oversee our bus refurbishment project and ensure the fleet is repaired and returned to service efficiently. You will lead on the floor, conduct quality checks, drive timelines, and coordinate work with panel beaters, painters and external suppliers.

A Class 2 Heavy Vehicle licence is preferred and strong leadership is essential. This is a full-time role (minimum 45 hours per week) based in our airport/Canterbury